BEHIND EVERY PERFORMANCE STANDS A COMMUNITY. (PART 3)
Hello Stratford Summer Music Fans,
As Stratford Summer Music’s 2025 season draws to a close, we find ourselves reflecting with gratitude and joy on a truly remarkable year of music and celebration. From the first note to the final encore, this season has been filled with unforgettable performances, inspiring artists, and the shared magic that only live music can bring.
Behind every concert, every rehearsal, and every applause-filled evening stands a community that make it all possible. To all our supporters, thank you. Your investment in Stratford Summer Music brings world-class artistry to our stages, supports emerging talent, and helps transform our city into a vibrant destination for music lovers from near and far.
Your belief in our vision sustains us. It allows us to continue creating moments that connect people through music, enrich the cultural life of Stratford, and remind us all of the power of the arts to inspire, unite, and uplift.
To each of our supporters: your dedication keeps the music playing and our festival thriving. We’re honoured to share this journey with you, and we can’t wait to see what we’ll create together in the seasons ahead.
Don’t forget, we’re opening our 2026 season with a touch of holiday sparkle, Christmas with The Ennis Sisters!
Celebrate the spirit of the season with this heartwarming concert featuring beloved carols, timeless festive classics, and the enchanting storytelling that has made The Ennis Sisters one of Canada’s most cherished musical groups. Their signature harmonies, genuine warmth, and award-winning artistry promise an evening sure to melt even the frostiest winter night.
Tickets are selling fast!
Thursday, December 4
The Avondale | 7PM
Update on Artistic Director Mark Fewer’s Fall Fundraising Match Campaign
We’re excited to share that Stratford Summer Music has now reached 68% of our goal, thanks to your generosity and support.
To reach the finish line, we still need to raise an additional $4,000 by November 30. This is where you can make an incredible difference. Every dollar donated this fall (up to $12,500) will be matched, doubling the impact of your gift.
Your support helps us continue to bring world-class music to Stratford, offer inspiring educational opportunities, and deliver meaningful community programs throughout the year.
Donations to this year’s matching campaign can be made by:
Our new donation software at: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/making-the-music-happen
Call our office at 519-271-2101 Ext. 2
Mail a cheque to Stratford Summer Music Box 1013, Stratford, Ontario N5A 6W4
Send an e-transfer to our Executive Director, Crystal L. Spicer at cspicer@stratfordsummermusic.ca
Donate securities and mutual funds through CanadaHelps at www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/stratford-summer-music
If you’re able, please consider making a donation to Stratford Summer Music today. Together, we can keep the music playing, this season and beyond.
Next week, Mark returns with his weekly E-blast! Thank you so much to all of our amazing sponsors and supporters, your generosity makes everything we do possible.
Crystal and the SSM Team
